Does the mere mention of Valentine’s Day make you sick to your stomach? Got a single best mate? Are you self-partnering like Emma Watson? If the answer is yes to any of the above then look no further, my friend, for we have compiled the Anti-Valentines gift guide of dreams. Whether you are looking up to brighten up a friend’s day or, more importantly, your own, you will find the perfect antidote to Valentine’s Day in this gift guide.
And obviously, if Valentine's Day is actually in your top 5 best days of the year, then don't forget to check out our guide toValentine's Gifts For Her.
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Custom Embroidery from StitchSlayer at Etsy, from £20
Tell Valentine's Day / any day / every day, where to go with this kitsch embroidery hoop. And the best bit is that you can personalise it to express whatever you wish, no matter how harsh, in any fabric/colour to match your scheme.
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Tom Ford, Fucking Fabulous, £228 for 50ml
Tell your pal exactly how f.cking fabulous they really are, with every spritz from this unisex scent from Tom Ford. Long-lasting, with intoxicating notes of leather, this is bound to become an instant favourite (as are you).
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Heather Evelyn, All You Need Is Love Candles, £12
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Not On The High Street, Personalised Couples Large Matchbox by OAKDENE DESIGNS, £19
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David Shrigley, Sorry I fell asleep mug from Brainbox Candy, £10.99 each
Cut straight through the Valentine's schmaltz with a pithy mug from illustrator, David Shrigley. A healthy dose of reality is surely what the world needs on 14 February.
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Repeat Repeat, Love Me, Love My Cat Tea Towel, £12.50
Cat ownership may be synonymous with singletons, but you don't have to be a cliché cat lady just because you own a cat (or five). It's time to send that all-important message: you come as a pair.
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Not Another Bill, Personal Leather Keyring, £18
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Not On The High Street, Derrière Candle Vegan Soy Wax Handmade Candle by AJOUTER STORE, £49.99
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Not Another Bill, Relaxation Gift Set, from £80
Valentine's Day can be stressful, so help her unwind with this perfect relaxation set. Included within the super-luxe set are a feu de bois candle from Diptyque, cotton eye mask from P.Le Moult, our favourite pillow spray from ThisWorks and softer-than-soft cashmere handwarmers. Heaven in a box.
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Personalised M&Ms, from £37
They say on Valentine's Day you should say it with flowers, but can flowers say 'sashay away', 'leave me alone' or 'nope'? We think not. But M&Ms, on the other hand…
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DOIY, Pinky Swear Salt and Pepper Shakers, €22
Pinky swear you will always be there for your single mate (or any mate, actually) with these sweet salt and pepper shakers from Barcelona-based DOIY.
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Red Temple Prayer, Lay Your Head Where My Heart Used To Be Cushion Covers, £25 per pair
Tears on her pillow? Pain in her heart? Treat her to these cushion covers from Yorkshire-based company, Red Temple Prayer, our new go-to for iconic lyrics (hello Tom Waits), combined with traditional tattoo-style illustration.
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Lazy Oaf, Big Love Socks, £10
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Not On The High Street, Engraved Enamel Planter by SOPHIA VICTORIA JOY, £20
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KX Spa Hamper
KX Spa have launched two luxury hampers. This deluxe box includes luxury items for the perfect stay-at-home Valentine's Day with everything from Bella Freud Candles to Zo Hydrating Crème. aaannnd zen. Get yours by emailing spa@kxlife.co.uk